I will become the Demon Immortal known to the whole world-Chapter 404 - 88: The Empress of the Divine Court?

The few reached out to receive the Treasured Artifact, and once again expressed their thanks.

Song Xi’s gaze was complex as she watched those five figures sitting in the sky, and finally, her eyes narrowed and regained calmness.

At this moment, the Divine General standing behind had recovered from the initial shock and looked enviously at the six figures standing at the front.

"This time, calling all of you here, aside from the Emperor emerging from closed-door cultivation, there is another matter to inform everyone about."

Su Yao’s gaze swept over the Divine Generals, pausing slightly on Song Xi before moving elsewhere.

"The Divine Court is about to launch another campaign. This Boundary Sea, comprising eight Great Realms and three hundred forty-five smaller realms, are all within the scope of our attack."

Boom!

An inaudible thunder echoed in everyone’s minds.

One by one, their expressions were of shock and disbelief as they looked at the figure seated in the center.

The Great Realms, according to the standards of the Divine Court, are worlds that possess the strength of a Martial Saint or above.

The smaller realms have the presence of Divine Meridians and below.

Of course, these standards are quite rough, and the specific situations of the worlds themselves must be considered when making judgments.

Nevermind the strength or weakness of the eight Great Realms and three hundred forty-five smaller realms.

To merely locate these worlds hidden within the vast expanse of the Boundary Sea is in itself a difficult task.

And now that the campaign is launched, it means the issue has already been resolved by the Emperor.

"Sister Su Yao, brother, initiating such a campaign, does the Divine Court have enough manpower?" Only Liang Si dared to inquire thus within the entire Divine Court.

"Xiao Si, don’t worry, we’ve already made arrangements," Su Yao said with a light laugh, her voice gentle.

Next to her, Cang Tower slowly rotated, emitting a sky-blue brilliance that burst forth and stopped in front of everyone, forming a screen of light.

A number of dazzling worlds appeared within the screen.

Among them, the eight Great Realms shone like bright stars, illuminating the screen brilliantly.

Su Yao lightly tapped with her finger, pointing to one of the Great Realms in the far east, and spoke:

"Xiao Si, you will lead the assault on this realm and can mobilize the power of one of the Divine Court’s subject worlds."

Then, Su Yao allocated the remaining seven Great Realms, one by one.

Du Shi, Song Xia, Bai Ye... each took charge of attacking one of the Divine Court’s subject worlds.

The eight Great Realms were distributed in the blink of an eye, leaving only one that had yet to be assigned.

Su Yao’s beautiful eyes carried an inexplicable look as she gazed down at Song Xi, a slight smile on her lips.

"Sister Song Xi, do you choose to engage in closed-door cultivation to prepare for a breakthrough, or to participate in this campaign?"

"If it’s to break through, I have some resources here brought back by the Emperor that you could take with you."

"If you choose to join the campaign, you can select from the three hundred plus realms."

For a moment, many Divine Generals lowered their heads to the ground, sealing off their hearing, none daring to continue listening.

Song Xi’s demeanor was indifferent as she looked up toward the stairs.

She did not look at Su Yao but directed her gaze towards Liang Hui, who had remained silent throughout.

"Your Majesty, I shall choose as you think fit," she stated.

For a time, upon the stairs, three different pairs of eyes looked down at Song Xi, appraising her.

"Prepare for your breakthrough; you need not participate in this campaign," Liang Hui said, putting down the hand supporting his cheek, his voice calm.

"I obey, Your Majesty’s command," Song Xi responded, and then said no more.

Su Yao maintained her smile and continued to assign the remaining campaign tasks.

From dawn till dusk, all matters were finally settled.

"That concludes the business here; prepare to leave, everyone. The campaign is set to begin one year from now."

"We obey, Empress’ command."

Su Yao waved her hand, signaling for the Divine Generals to retreat.

Soon, within the Divine Court, only the four ladies, Liang Hui, Ji Lu, Liang Si, and Song Xi remained.

Liang Hui dispelled the Chaos Aura that swirled around him, revealing his appearance.

He was a man clad in a Blue Robe, his black hair simply tied behind, his skin clear and translucent, with a golden luster, and his features handsome.

The young man’s eyes were deep, drawing people in unconsciously.

He seemed saintly, godly, immortal.

Not at all like an ordinary person.

His frame stood up, as if he were erecting the pillars of heaven and earth, suddenly stretching out with a divine and supremely sublime aura that flashed and was gone in an instant.

Yet it caused the three people below the steps to tremble, a trembling born from the essential fear of life itself.

Thud! Thud! Thud!

The youth took steps, first arriving before Ji Lu, extending a hand forward, and passing over a Jade Slip.

"Sect Master, immersed in cultivation, I haven’t seen you for a thousand years. Let this Jade Slip serve as an apology."

"Taoist...," no, Your Majesty, you are too kind. There is no need for this."

"You may call me Taoist Child."

With a low chuckle, Liang Hui handed the Jade Slip into Ji Lu’s palm.

"Sect Master, you should return first."

Ji Lu nodded, tucked away the Jade Slip, and then left the palace.

Liang Hui then turned his gaze toward the purple-haired woman beside him, lifting his arm and pointing a finger, which stopped at the woman’s forehead.

The experiences and techniques of breakthrough from Martial Saint to Martial Extreme were all transferred to Song Xi’s heart.

"Go ahead with your breakthrough without worry, and don’t concern yourself too much with some trivial matters," Liang Hui withdrew his hand.

Waging wars across realms was but a trial for his followers.

It was also an opportunity to use these realms to perfect the Great Formation laid out by the Divine Court.

How could such things compare to the matter of breaking through to Martial Extreme?

"Thank you!"

Song Xi gazed at the youth’s face, her eyes exceptionally tender, lightly nodding her forehead.

She took steps, walking out of the outer palace.

"Big brother, you’ve returned," came a steady voice from beside him.

Liang Hui turned to look at the handsome, resolute-faced youth, scrutinizing him carefully before nodding lightly.

"A thousand years have not been wasted; well done."

"This campaign across the realms will be a rare trial for you."

"Big brother, I won’t disappoint you," Liang Si pledged with determination in his eyes.

"Just don’t disappoint yourself."

"The path of cultivation is about refining oneself. Climb step by step, upward and onward. Even I can’t provide you with help forever."

Liang Hui patted Liang Si on the shoulder, his expression serious.

"I understand."

After a few more words, Liang Si left the main hall.

When only Liang Hui and a few others remained in the palace,

Feng Li tilted her head slightly, her cool, moonlike silver eyes turning to Su Yao, voicing the doubt in her heart:

"Empress? Did you declare it yourself?"

She had been immersed in cultivation for a thousand years and had barely attended the council of the Divine Dynasty. She had not expected the other to dare to do such a thing.

"Overseeing the operation of the Divine Court with only the title of Imperial Consort, how could I command the true loyalty of the Divine Generals?"

Su Yao smiled softly, stood up, walked down the stairs, and came to Liang Hui’s side.

She reached out her hand and earnestly smoothed out the wrinkles on Liang Hui’s robes, her eyes intently fixed on the youth.

"If Your Majesty is unwilling, it’s but a single sentence’s matter... To have Sister Tang Tang or Sister Qing Tian take this position would suffice."

Her eyes were like autumn waters, deeply moving to one’s core.

"Why go to such lengths?"

"Do you all desire a clear answer?"

Liang Hui’s face showed a trace of helplessness as he lifted his head, his gaze sweeping over the women.

His expression gradually became solemn as he spoke word by word,

"I once promised someone that, in the years to come, should I stand above the eons, I would share the years with her, never to let her down!"

"There is already an Empress..."

"Tai Yi, there is no need for this!"

A gentle voice came from the steps.

Clothed in a blue robe, a figure carrying a golden War Spear descended the steps.